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Christmas Pancake Recipe — Fun & Kid-Friendly Breakfast Idea

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Fluffy buttermilk pancakes with warm cinnamon spice and festive holiday mix-ins — perfect for Christmas morning or winter brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • 2 tbsp sugar

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ tsp nutmeg

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 2 cups buttermilk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 2 tbsp melted butter

  • 1½ tsp vanilla extract

  • Optional: crushed peppermint, mini chocolate chips, sprinkles

Instructions

  • Whisk together dry ingredients in a large bowl.

  • In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.

  • Gently combine wet and dry ingredients. Let rest 5–10 minutes.

  • Heat a greased skillet over medium heat.

  • Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake onto skillet. Add mix-ins if desired.

  • Cook 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and fluffy.

  • Keep warm in oven while finishing the batch. Serve with toppings of choice.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the batter for fluffier pancakes.

  • Customize with seasonal flavors and toppings.

  • Freeze leftovers for easy weekday breakfasts.